Problem 3

A stationary source emits sound at

f=500\,\mathrm{Hz}

in still air, where sound speed is

c=340\,\mathrm{m/s}

. An observer moves directly toward the source at constant speed

u=20\,\mathrm{m/s}

; there is no wind and the source is not moving. (a) Find the first requested quantity. (b) Find the second quantity. (c) Determine the final result and check its units. (a) Find the sound wavelength (a) Find the sound wavelength in air. (b) Find the frequency heard by the observer. (c) Explain the Doppler sign and check that the result exceeds

f

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f_{obs}=(c+u)/\lambda

problems.proof.analysis

This equation expresses the physical law governing the system. It incorporates the stated constraint rather than treating the relevant quantities as independent.

problems.proof.pitfall. Check the sign convention and physical case carefully; do not use a formula for a different motion or geometry.